Sandia Heights Travel Guide
Albuquerque

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Popular places to visit

Balloon Fiesta Park
After visiting Balloon Fiesta Park, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Albuquerque. Discover the area's top-notch restaurants and its lively festivals.

Albuquerque Convention Center
Learn about the events happening in Albuquerque Convention Center during your trip to Albuquerque. Experience the area's fascinating museums and lively festivals.

University of New Mexico
Enjoy the student vibe at University of New Mexico as part of your travels around Albuquerque. Experience the area's acclaimed theatre scene and lively festivals.

ABQ BioPark Zoo
Enjoy a day filled with animal encounters as you watch exotic creatures from all over the world, including powerful and ferocious predators.

Old Town Plaza
You can find out about the history of Albuquerque with a visit to Old Town Plaza. Wander around the area's picturesque gardens or experience its fascinating museums.

Sandia Peak Tramway
You can take time to visit Sandia Peak Tramway during your travels to Albuquerque. Wander around the area's picturesque gardens or experience its acclaimed art galleries.
Things to do

Albuquerque Sunrise Hot Air Balloon Ride

Guided High Noon History, Legends & Lore Tour of Old Town

Evening Ghost Tour of Old Town Albuquerque

Dinner Detective True Crime Murder Mystery Show - Albuquerque, NM

Private Hot Air Balloon Flights with Elevated New Mexico

Albuquerque Desert Shadows Rising Ghost Tour
Top hotels in Sandia Heights

Nativo Lodge Hotel Albuquerque
"Very clean, staff very nice and bed was super comfortable"
Reviewed on 22 May 2026

The Querque Hotel
"Front desk staff was very nice and friendly. The rooms were fine the TVs had a problem we had to call for help to get it to work. The swimming pool had towels all over it kids pushing jumping in squirting squirt guns towels were all over the workout equipment in the fitness center. 12 people in the ..."
Reviewed on 21 May 2026

Sandia Resort And Casino
"Nice getaway even for one night. Love the friendly staff and the people"
Reviewed on 20 May 2026

Santa Ana Star Casino Hotel
"NA"
Reviewed on 20 May 2026

Hyatt Place Albuquerque Airport
"It says restaurant and bar but the hotel had neither. Our rooms weren’t ready at 3pm when we checked in. I had messaged the hotel twice, several days before checking in in, and they never responded to either message."
Reviewed on 21 May 2026

Embassy Suites by Hilton Albuquerque
"Thanks"
Reviewed on 21 May 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Sandia Heights

Northeast Heights
If you're spending some time in Northeast Heights, Cliff's Amusement Park and ABQ Uptown are top sights worth seeing.

Balloon Fiesta Park - North I-25
If you're spending some time in Balloon Fiesta Park - North I-25, Cliff's Amusement Park and Anderson-Abruzzo Albuquerque International Balloon Museum are top sights worth seeing.

Uptown
Uptown is known for its popular shops, and with sights like Winrock Shopping Center and ABQ Uptown, you won't get bored spending a day wandering around this part of Albuquerque.

Alamedan Valley
If you're spending some time in Alamedan Valley, Sandia Trails and Adobe Theater are top sights worth seeing.

North Valley
You'll enjoy the mountain views and breweries in North Valley. You might want to make time for a stop at Rio Grande or La Luz Trail.

International District
While visiting International District, you might make a stop by sights like The Downs Racetrack and Casino and Expo New Mexico.
